ProblemsByVin File / 2017-TOYOTA-PRIUS-V NHTSA data synced 4 days ago

2017 · Toyota

Toyota Prius V problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 12 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

Reliability score

8.6 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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Should you avoid this 2017 Prius V?

Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.6/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file

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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

lighting

4 reports · fails ~87,500 mi · avg $250

severe

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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2017 Prius V?

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 Prius V · lighting

The problem appears at night, and is very dangerous on curving mountain roads which I drive often. It is a four lane road, often hwy 17. As the ambient light reduces, as there are fewer cars around me, the windshield darkens from top to bottom, and leaves me with perhaps only…

11/14/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11046100.0 · see lighting pattern →

2017 Prius V · lighting Crash

Since we had purchase our car prius v four with drl (day running lights)(vertical LED unit in bumper) they never worked properly-hence not visible in our accident.. Unlike other earlier models the user could adjust the sensor and turn this feature on or off-but now the feature…

09/04/2020 · at 120,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11353170.0 · see lighting pattern →

2017 Prius V · body

The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius V. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud explosion coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that after stopping to inspect the vehicle, it was discovered that the…

07/15/2024 · at 180,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11602394.0

2017 Prius V · airbags Crash

My 2017 prius v was involved in 2 recent crashes in which the air bags did not deploy: front end/bumper impact on 6/1/18 and front & rear end impact which totaled car on 7/3/18. Both times air bags did not deploy. Impact on 6/1/18 caused other car's (2008 Honda accord) air bags…

07/15/2018 · at 35,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11111479.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 20V369000 June 24, 2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V-684

An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system. If the vehicle has experienced an inverter failure with certain hybrid system faults related to this condition, the inverter assembly will be repaired or replaced, prior to software update. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB10 / 20TA10.

Common questions

Is the 2017 Toyota Prius V reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Toyota Prius V is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2017 Toyota Prius V?

On the NHTSA data, the 2017 Toyota Prius V does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.6/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Toyota Prius V?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is lighting, with 4 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 87,500 miles. Average repair cost runs about $250 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The lighting is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $250 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 87,500 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota Prius V has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Toyota Prius V?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 12 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $250, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Toyota/Prius V. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Toyota. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.